Attention deficit hyperactive disorder, more commonly called ADHD, is a neurological disorder that typically causes difficulty focusing and impulsive or erratic behaviour. The condition affects roughly one in 50 adults in the UK, but a recent social media trend has seen a large number of people self-diagnose with ADHD.
If you believe you have ADHD, it's important to speak to your GP who may refer to you to a specialist for a formal assessment. Speaking to a professional who can help you manage the condition or prescribe necessary medication has been shown to improve outcomes for people with ADHD.
However, as everyone will experience difficulty focusing or impulsive behaviour from time to time, it is important to know that people with ADHD live with those traits every day. According to the charity ADHD UK, if you live with five or more of the condition's common characteristics as an adult, it could be time to talk to your GP.
